Virgin Media is DOWN as customers complain of a 'total blackout'
According to DownDetector, problems started just after 10am BST on Monday and are affecting more than 800 users across the UK.
Of those who reported issues, 59 per cent were with their landline internet, 26 per cent with email and 22 per cent experiencing a 'total blackout'.
Affected customers headed to X (Twitter) to share their experiences, with one calling it an 'absolute joke'.
Many complained that they're unable to access the Sky Sports app before England cricket's crucial match against India today.
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